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2 Days Cheow Lan Lake Raft House from Krabi
Overnight stay in floating bungalow
Highlights
- Overnight stay in a rafthouse on Cheow Lan Lake
- Lake canoeing & nature watching
- Evening safari by longtail boat
- Swim and relax in the fresh water lake
- Explore Pra Kay Petch Cave with stalagmites & stalactites
What can you expect
The trip starts with an early pickup from your hotel in Krabi. From there you will be driven by shared minivan through Phang Nga province. The drive is full of interesting sights such as rubber plantations, small villages and limestone hills. Make a short stopover of 1 hour at Tha Pom Klong Song Nam where you can walk on a natural trail along the fresh water stream.
Continue to the suspension bridge of Khao Theppithak in Khao Phang with a scenic view to the river and surrounding mountains where you can make some nice photos. Then enjoy a traditional Thai lunch at the jungle hut near the Khao Sok River. After a short break, continue to Ratchaprapha Dam from where a longtail boat will bring you to the floating raft houses on the Cheow Lan Lake in 45 minutes. During the cruise you will see amazing landscapes and wonderful nature.
Check in at your raft house and take a refreshing dip in the lake. You will have time to explore the surrounding area by canoe before starting the evening lake safari. You are likely to spot hornbills which are commonly seen in the old-growth jungle trees at the water's edge. Back at the raft house, enjoy a dinner in the local restaurant. Sleep in a simple raft house on Cheow Lan Lake, with fan and shared bath room.
After a well-deserved deep slumber, do a sightseeing trip by longtail boat to enjoy the early morning mist on the still lake. It's now time for a rich, vitalise breakfast to strengthen yourself for the next adventure.
Follow a mini jungle trail into the breathtaking Pra Kay Petch Cave (also known as Diamond Cave) which winds deep into the interior of Khao Sok National Park. Along the way your guide will explain the unique history of the region and it’s cultural significance, pointing out such magnificent creatures as; Jurassic insects, butterflies and rare birds.
Next you’ll strap on your headlamps. Prepare to get wet, as the hike extends through the “water cave” (dry season only) and soon becomes a dark wonderland. This is an excellent time to view the many nocturnal species that inhabit this cave (from a safe distance of course) and cool yourself in the river as you explore.
Complete your eco adventure with a lunch before heading back to Krabi with drop-off at your hotel at approx. 17.00.
Itinerary
- 07:30 - 08:30: Hotel pickup in Krabi
- 08:30 - 09:00: Drive by shared minivan to Khao Sok
- 09:00 - 10:00: Stopover at Tha Pom Klong Song Nam
- 10:00 - 11:30: Continue to Khao Sok National Park
- 11:30 - 12:00: Visit the suspension bridge in Khao Phang
- 12:00 - 13:00: Enjoy lunch at the jungle restaurant
- 13:00 - 14:00: Head to the pier at Cheow Lan Lake
- 14:00 - 14:45: Cruise by longtail boat to the raft house
- 14:45 - 15:00: Check-in at the raft house
- 15:00 - 16:00: Kayak on the lake
- 16:00 - 17:00: Free time for swimming and relaxing
- 17:00 - 18:00: Evening safari on the lake by longtail boat
- 18:00 - 19:00: Free time at the bungalow
- 19:00 - 20:00: Enjoy dinner at the raft house
- 20:00 - 07:00: Overnight stay in the floating bungalow
- 07:00 - 08:00: Morning safari on the lake by longtail boat
- 08:00 - 09:30: Have breakfast at the raft house
- 09:30 - 11:00: Mini jungle hike to Pra Kay Petch Cave
- 11:00 - 12:00: Visit a cave with stalagmites & stalactites
- 12:00 - 13:00: Enjoy lunch at the restaurant
- 13:00 - 14:00: Check-out from the raft house
- 14:00 - 14:45: Cruise by boat back to the pier
- 14:45 - 16:30: Drive by shared minivan back to Krabi
- 16:30 - 17:00: Transfer to the hotel
- * The tour program is subject to change due to weather conditions
Inclusions
- Hotel round-trip transfer
- Drinking water, morning coffee & fruits
- Lunch, dinner & breakfast
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Longtail boat ride to raft house on Cheow Lan Lake
- National Park entrance fee
- Basic accident insurance
Important
- Bring a multi day pack, good shoes, a towel, swimwear, sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, mosquito repellent and a camera.
- Expect basic accommodations during this adventure. You'll sleep in simple raft houses with basic facilities and only fans for cooling.
- The Rafflesia only blooms for a few days a year, usually during January and February.
- During high season the activity cannot be cancelled or refunded due to high demand!